As the Virginia Maritime Association kicks off its Annual International Trade Symposium please join symposium presenters, guests, local dignitaries and colleagues for a pre-conference social and networking opportunity aboard the Spirit of Norfolk. Enjoy drinks, hors d'oveures, dancing, and a cruise during during this special event.

Each year, the Propeller Club, Port of Norfolk, with our fellow clubs across the country, celebrates National Maritime Day. Established by Congress in 1933, National Maritime Day honors the work and contributions of past Merchant Seamen who endured the perils of the sea during times of war and peace, and celebrates and recognizes those who proudly carry on that tradition today.

This year’s commemorative event will be held from 4:30 to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, May 22 at the Half Moon Center at Nauticus. Cocktail Hour and vessel tours will take place aboard the USNS COMFORT from 4:30-6:00 PM. A formal sit-down dinner will take place after the wreath laying ceremony and champagne toast. Dinner will be from 6:00-8:00 at Nauticus Half Moone Celebration Center.

General Ticket Prices: Member: $100 each

Non Members: $150 each

Member Tables (10 seats) - $1000

Non Member Tables (10 seats) - $1250

Sponsorships:

Gold (Title Sponsor): $9,000 (includes 2 tables, logo and name on all materials, public acknowledgement during event and opportunity to be the honorary wreath layer on board pilot boat.) 1 available

Silver (Cocktail Party Sponsor): $6,000 (includes 1 table, logo and name on all materials, public acknowledgement including specific champagne toast during wreath laying ceremony.) 1 available

Bronze Sponsors: $4,500 (includes 1 table, logo and name on all materials, public acknowledgement.) 3 available

In addition to your participation, we would greatly appreciate your financial support as a sponsor of National Maritime Day 2017. Please understand that tickets purchased are a financial commitment and refunds will not be issued, thank you.